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Intro to Paddling Clinic 18th & 19th Mar 2023
QLYC invites interested paddlers to participate in an 'introduction to paddling' clinic conducted on Swan Bay from the QLYC Boat Shed.
This clinic is designed to provide some basic skills and build confidence on the water. It is suited to both novice paddlers and those seeking to try something new. It is suitable for ages 7+.
The course will comprise two x 4 hour sessions conducted over one weekend – one session Sat and one session Sun. The exact timing of these sessions will be advised a few days before somewhere between 9am and 6pm. It will be based on the forecast weather conditions to get the best of the weekend (keep the weekend free)
All equipment is provided or BYO if you have your own.
Places are limited to 10 paddlers. (we’ll run a wait list and if demand is there then we may extend the session)
The cost of the series is $30.
DAY 1
4hours - time TBA based on weather and tide.
Please arrive 15minutes prior to the scheduled start time
- initial briefing
- how to fit a PFD
- paddle setup.
- kayak setup
- on water basic paddle skills clinic covering
- how to hold a paddle
- forward stroke
- reverse stroke
- sweep stroke
- informal paddle based on available time and weather
- washdown and stow gear
- wrap up Q&A and what happens tomorrow
DAY 2
4hours - time TBA based on weather and tide.
Please arrive 15minutes prior to the scheduled start time
- get gear out (by now you know what to do)
- initial briefing
- onwater stroke review
- What do I do if I fall out what do I do? (yes you will get wet)
- self-recovery
- assisted-recovery techniques
- short trip (1 hour) with weather dependent destination with coaching and group management basics.
(typically either paddle to Queenscliff boat ramp, or paddle to Burnt Point\Tip Island)
- end of day discussion
- what gear is available at the club
- what personal gear do I need?
- weather
- tides
Please ensure you bring suitable wet gear (including shoes, hat, sunnies), a towel, drink bottle and a change of clothes.
PLEASE NOTE - all paddling activity is weather dependent. Typically novice paddling would not proceed with a wind above 15knots.
Please consult http://www.bom.gov.au/places/vic/queenscliff/forecast/detailed/ for wind details
